Exploring Wakefield’s History Through the Lives of its Remarkable Women
The Forgotten Women of Wakefield project is uncovering the stories of the remarkable women who helped shape our city. Through heritage walks, blue plaques, local history research and community projects, we’re bringing their achievements back into the public eye and helping more people discover Wakefield’s rich and fascinating past.
Whether you’re interested in local history, looking for a heritage walk, researching your family, or simply curious about the women whose stories have been forgotten, we’d love to welcome you.
Support our Costumed Climb for the Sculpture Fund
Donate a Shilling!
Florence Beaumont climbed the Matterhorn. Our team is settling for Malham Cove, but we’ll be in full Victorian Costume.
You can encourage our efforts and get exclusive details of our expedition by donating just one shilling (£7.33 in the new decimal coinage!).
That’s the same as the annual fee to be a member of the NUWSS (National Union of Suffrage Societies).
News & Events
Halloween Murder & Mayhem Walk
Upcoming Event: 28th October, 6.30 pm
Come along to our most popular event for all manner of interesting tales about Wakefield and its people.
Death rituals, brutal murders, and animal escapes are just some of the fascinating stories included in this event.
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New Web Page: Books
Purchase Books from our website
Explore women’s history books and publications connected with the Forgotten Women of Wakefield. The books come from our research and the people involved in the project. Titles vary from Wakefield women’s history and original research, to wider works by members of the team.
Celebrate 100 Years of
Equal Voting Rights
2028 is the centenary of women and men receiving equal voting rights. Here in Wakefield, our 2028 commemorations will have a particular focus on Florence Beaumont, the pioneering Wakefield suffragist.
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What People Say About Our Walks
Why We’re Different
The history of Wakefield isn’t only found in its buildings. It’s found in the lives of the women who campaigned, created, taught, inspired and transformed their communities.
Our project combines original research with
heritage walks,
public talks,
blue plaque fundraising,
exhibitions,
educational activities,
to ensure these stories continue to be shared for future generations.
Explore the Forgotten Women Project
Discover Wakefield’s History
Our guided walks explore the people, places, and stories that have shaped our city.
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Women Who Shaped Wakefield’s History
The stories of women whose lives and achievements are rediscovered through our research.
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The Blue Plaque Trail
Follow our interactive trail and discover the women commemorated across Wakefield and the surrounding district.
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School & Community Group Talks
Bring Wakefield’s history to life with talks, workshops and educational visits.
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Curious About Our Platypus?
You may have noticed a rather unexpected visitor around the website…
Why a platypus? There’s a story behind it.
